Single Action: Refers to airbrushes on which the trigger controls only the airflows. When the trigger is depressed, a preset amount of fluid is sprayed. The amount of fluid is regulated by turning the needle adjustment screw at the back of the handle, or, in the case of an external-mix airbrush, by turning the fluid […]

For stubble looks by hand, you can choose to use a medium-sized makeup brush or a small atomizer, with a matte spirit gum adhesive or beard stipple wax by KRYOLAN. We will show you this technique using the makeup brush and stipple wax. The wax is clear on the skin no matter what skin tone, […]

1. Apply spirit gum adhesive to the surface of the beard area to be stippled. 2. Press down with a soft cloth to take out or matte the shine of the adhesive. 3. Lay down a piece of hair lace into the adhesive. 4. While the chopped hair is still wet, press it into the […]

As with everything else in makeup, there are several ways to create beard growth that looks like more than several days of growth. There are different products and techniques to use, depending on the situation you are working in. As with all areas of makeup, you will need to be able to answer critical questions […]

Materials Needed: • Chin lace piece • Lower lip piece • Sideburns • Chopped curly hair matching beard color • Scissors, thinning shears • Metal tail comb • Adhesive (W. M. Creations, Inc. Adhesive)

Ventilating is the technique used by Wig Makers to knot hair (either human or synthetic) into wig lace. It is similar to tying a rug, and has been used since King Louis XVI of France. There is single knotting and double knotting. There are many versions of lace, and quality of hair. Most lace pieces […]

by Erwin H. Kupitz HOW TO MAKE A PROPER FULL-BEARD TEMPLATE OF AN ACTOR’S FACE Materials and Tools Needed: • Eyebrow pencil • Plastic wrap • Clear tape or matte tape • Permanent markers • Scissors • Baby oil or makeup remover • Tissue or cotton pads • Camera (digital or instant) First, cover the […]

On-set, you will need to bring with you: • A dental case: the veneer case for each pair of veneers working • Latex gloves • Nonlatex gloves • Bottle of mouthwash • Bottled water Things to know as a Makeup Artist working with veneers: • You will need to work with latex or nonlatex gloves […]

W. M. Creations has old-age stipple available in four formulas: A, B, C, and Crusty. Neutral and dark skin formulas are available by special order. A: Used in a perspiration-free environment. Will give slight wrinkling effect when applied to unstretched skin. B: Perspiration resistant. Under normal use, gives heavy wrinkling effect even if the skin […]